I agree, the perfect supe:agent ratio is 1:12-15. However, many call centers run as high as 25+ agents per supervisor, which is considerably less expensive, but sacrifices quality. Most outsourcing contracts require an 1:18 ratio as a minimum.
The range for trainers is 1:15-25, factoring in ongoing training past new hire training. Quality Assurance staff runs usually 1:25-30, depending on the contract. However, easily 65% of our clients who run internal call centers don't even have a QA group (which is a no-no).
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